Description of OrganizationSummer Staff – Summer Employment Program (SEP)Community Living MississaugaMississauga, ONCompensation: $21.00 per hourVacancy Type: Current/Existing VacancySummer Contract (10 weeks), Full-TimeJune 1, 2026 to August 28, 2026Apply now: https://www.Clmiss.Ca/careers/Community Living Mississauga has been a source of support for people who have an intellectual disability since 1955. We provide a variety of supports and services to people who have an intellectual disability, including residential, employment resources, community engagement, supported independent living, respite, and day programs. Our mission is to provide support to people to ensure their quality of life in the community is meaningfully improved, promoting inclusion and independence.For more information about Community Living Mississauga, we invite you to visit our website at www.Clmiss.Ca.Description of PositionThe Summer Employment Program (SEP) is a Career Connection program tailored to working with students who have an intellectual disability and employers. The program provides opportunities for students (ages 16-25) who have an intellectual disability the opportunity secure paid employment for 8 weeks during the summer. The focus of the program is on supporting students to increase employment related skills, improve work ethic, increase self-esteem, be part of an inclusive team and be a contributing member of society. The program also supports employers to reduce their time and costs in meeting summer labour needs, improve public relations as an equal opportunity employer, provides individualized job coaching and at no cost,



establishes a community partnership and pre-screens applicants and reduces turnover.Description of DutiesJob Coaches are responsible for meeting with students to determine their goals and interests. Job Coaches will work with employers in Mississauga and surrounding areas to discuss summer job requirements. Job Coaches will provide on-the-job support for students to learn their responsibilities on the job, enhance their soft skills, develop connections in the work place and continually enhance their overall work readiness skills. Job Coaches will ensure that a positive relationship is maintained between the student and employer, enable students to earn real pay for real work, support successful job matches and provide orientation, individualized training and ongoing support to the student and employer.QualificationsStudent with minimum one (1) year of post-secondary education in a related area of studyValid Ontario's Driver's license and use of a reliable vehicle with car insurance (minimum of $1 million liability)Valid Standard First Aid/Level C CPR CertificateExperience supporting people who have an intellectual disabilityAptitude to learn quickly and to work independentlyGood verbal and written communication skillsStrong presentation and interpersonal skillsPositive attitude along with excellent teamwork skillsMust be available to work a variety of shifts including days, evenings and weekends.Must be comfortable using public transit.EquivalencySocial Services Worker Diploma, Child and Youth Worker Diploma, or a university degree in a related disciplineHave experience working or volunteering with people who have an intellectual disabilityFluent in FrenchAptitude to learn quickly and independentlyGood verbal and written communication skillsPositive attitude along with excellent teamworkAdditional InformationCommunity Living Mississauga is a leader in providing support to people who have an intellectual disability. You’ll be joining a diverse, inclusive and passionate team of employees who are dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of people.We offer:The chance to make a meaningful difference in someone’s life.Friendly, respectful, supportive and inclusive work environment.Community Living Mississauga values inclusivity and diversity in the workplace. We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. We are committed to providing accessible employment practices, including accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Any information obtained during the course of recruitment will be used for employment recruitment purposes only, and not for any other purpose.#communitylivingmississauga#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Summer Staff - Summer Employment Program - $21 An Hour (Winnipeg)
🏢 Community Living Mississauga
📍 Winnipeg